Deck Cleaning

Ugly Deck?

Have you ever seen a home for sale that looked absolutely beautiful BUT had an ugly discolored deck attached? Have you ever gone to a party in the summer and had to sit on a deck covered with greenish growths?In the past decade, many commercial establishments and homes have built decks for their employees/guests to lunch on and to create a more friendly workplace. Greater emphasis has been placed on quality of life issues as people work longer and harder hours. The maintainance of decks makes for a more professional, clean and comforetable atmosphere. These are reasons both homeowners and businesses make a point to get their decks cleaned regulary.Decks become discolored over time due to exposure to sun (UV radiation), rain, snow, and sleet. Because decks are comprised of organic matters (often cedar or pine), insects and biological organisms such as lichen, mold, and mildew begin to devour them. Over time, the wood begins to rot and the structural integrity of the deck may become compromised.Many homeowners take pride in a bright and beautiful deck and invest in a regular maintenance program. This helps to slow the process of degradation and to lengthen the lifespan of the original investment in the deck. The Caltex System brightens decks to a light new honey toned state in one step. Labor and scrubbing is minimized, and the System does the work